Southwestern White Chili
(from Mainergirl’s recipe box)
Source: JoEllen Speca
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Serves 4 people
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1.5 lb chicken breast or boneless thighs, cut into bite size pieces
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 4oz can chopped green chiles
- 1 19 oz can cannelini beans, undrained
- 2 green onions, white and tender green parts chopped
- 1 cup shredded monterey jack cheese
- Spice blend: 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp cilantro
- 1/8 tsp ground red pepper
Directions
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Brown chicken and onions over medium high heat.
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Add broth, green chiles, and spices. Simmer 15 min over med-low heat.
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Stir in beans and simmer for 5 more minutes.
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Top with scallions and monterey jack cheese.
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Can be served over rice for a more substantial meal.